9th August: Know your horoscope for the day

1. Aries

There is tension in the air. Be careful of making the wrong decisions. 

2. Taurus

You feel like doing something exciting and daredevil today, or changing your plans if they seem a bit dreary. It's a fabulous day for getting together with loved ones, but you might also fancy doing something sporty or athletic.

3. Gemini

It's even better for you to disappear by yourself for a while, so you can sort things out in your own mind. But make sure everyone knows and understands what you're doing.

4. Cancer

You're feeling much more resilient today, and yesterday's demons have almost entirely retreated into the woodwork. Get rid of any residual emotion by doing something very practical and satisfying.

5. Leo

There could also be progress if you're in the throes of moving house and have been wondering why nothing's happened recently.

6. Virgo

Relationships aren't as easy as they could be right now, and brings one of those scratchy and temperamental days in which you're likely to fall out with all and sundry.

7. Libra

The emotional temperature rises by several degrees, leading to a hot-house atmosphere in which things are said in the heat of the moment that are bitterly regretted when everyone's calmed down again. Try not to make things worse by dredging up old scores or being deliberately spiteful or unkind.

8. Scorpio

You need to let off steam after the past few days, so consider having a complete change of scene for the day and doing things on the spur of the moment.

9. Sagittarius

The atmosphere is still strained between you and certain people, so you need to do something constructive about it. The best way to do this is to have it out and for everyone to have their say; otherwise the level of tension between you will continue to rise.

10. Capricorn

There could also be some very good news, which will put an extra spring in your step and definitely give you something to smile about. It's one of those days when you're perfectly happy to count your blessings.

11. Aquarius

Let loved ones talk about whatever is important to them right now, and make an effort to listen. There could also be some good news about a house move or building project, although this may involve doing your sums to make sure you can still afford it.

12. Pisces

Pisces should avoid anyone who habitually puts you down or makes you doubt yourself, because they'll have even more of a negative impact on you than normal. Even then, you may have doubts about your abilities or you might have second thoughts about one of your goals.